Occupational Therapist, PRN

Amberwell Health • Atchison, KS

34d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist is a key member of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation Services. This role is responsible for providing occupational therapy services for goal-directed, purposeful activity to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The therapist will facilitate the learning of adaptive skills by individuals of all ages who have physical disabilities and related psychological impairments, deficits of self-care due to age of pathology, and/or developmental disabilities. Such therapy is designed to maximize independence, prevent further disability, and maintain health. Duties may include working independently or as a member of a team, understanding and following safe work practices, and ensuring all Amberwell procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities it serves, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, and emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services. Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected. The culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with “wow” experiences in each department. At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities.

Requirements

• Kansas Occupational Therapist License
• BLS Certification
• Bachelor's Science of Occupational Therapy

Nice To Haves

• 3 years experience in Occupational Therapy
• Hand Therapy Certification

Responsibilities

• Providing occupational therapy services for goal-directed, purposeful activity to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Facilitating the learning of adaptive skills by individuals of all ages who have physical disabilities and related psychological impairments, deficits of self-care due to age of pathology, and/or developmental disabilities.
• Maximizing independence, preventing further disability, and maintaining health through therapy.
• Working as a member of a team and independently.
• Understanding and following safe work practices.
• Ensuring that all Amberwell procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level